Parent Academy is a partnership between parents and Olentangy Schools in which parents are invited to join our community of learners. The goal of Parent Academy is to provide learning opportunities for parents to better understand ways to support their students’ academic success and personal well-being. We welcome parents and families to engage in various activities and events to explore topics related to mental health, well-being, equity and inclusion, and academics. Please contact Katherine Branson, Assistant Director of Student Well-Being, for more details or questions concerning the Parent Academy.
SUGGEST AN IDEA FOR PARENT ACADEMY
CURRENT Flyers/Registration
- Digital Wellness Series
- District-wide Parent Book Study: Behind Their Screens
- Parent Academy will host in-person community book discussions and provide a parent resource guide to participating families
- Sign up here for more information, including meeting dates and times
- District-wide Parent Book Study: Behind Their Screens
- Parent Academy on Digital Safety
Archive
2023
- Olentangy:BridgED Presents The State of the Central Ohio Workforce: Four Sessions Featuring Central Ohio's Top Employers
- Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 7-8:30 p.m. at Olentangy High School
- Wednesday, September 27, 2023, 7-8:30 p.m. at Orange High School
- Monday, October 2, 2023, 7-8:30 p.m. at Liberty High School
- Wednesday, October 4, 2023, 7-8:30 p.m. at Berlin High School
- September 6, 2023, 6:30 p.m. ; SchooLinks Parent Webinar
- Syntero Summer Groups
- April 18, 2023, 6:30 p.m. ; Community Engagement Series: District Finances
- Syntero Virtual Parent Workshop Series
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- October 4: How to Talk to Kids About Traumatic Events
- November 29: Setting Boundaries with Adolescents in the Age of Social Media
- February 7, 2023: Mental Health 101: Introduction to and Understanding Mental Health in Children and Adolescents
- April 18, 2023: Mental Health 201: Practical Skills for Supporting Your Student
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- March 2023 ; Understanding School Avoidance
- February 28, 2023, 6:30 p.m. ; Community Engagement Series: School Safety, Security and Preparedness
- February 22, 2023: 6:30 p.m. ; Special Education Resource Series: Supporting Students with Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities
- January 2023 ; Understanding and Supporting Neurodivergent Students in Our Community
- January 11, 2023, 6:30 p.m. ; Community Engagement Series: Student Mental Health and Well-Being
2022
- December 1, 2022, 7-8 p.m. ; Drug-Free Delaware Presents Hidden in Plain Sight at Liberty High School
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November 30, 2022, 6:30 - 8 p.m. ; Special Education Resource Series: Dyslexia in Olentangy Schools
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November 15, 2022, 7 - 8 p.m. ; OhioHealth Prevention Programming for Parents Webinar Series: Your Child and Healthy Relationships
- October 20, 2022, 6:30 - 8 p.m. ; Twice Exceptional Students: How to Support Them at Home and School
- October 19, 2022, 7 - 8:30 p.m. ; The State of the Central Ohio Workforce: A Session Featuring Five of Central Ohio's Top Employers
- September 28, 2022, 6:30 p.m. ; Special Education Resource Series: Starting the Year on the Right Foot
- August 23, 2022, 6 - 7:30 p.m. ; Parent Technology Support Night
- Parent & Caregiver Summer Series
- May 11, 2022, 6:30 - 8 p.m. ; Special Education Resource Series: New Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2023 and Beyond
- May 4, 2022, 7 - 8 p.m. ; OhioHealth Prevention Programming for Parents Webinar Series: Your Child and Healthy Relationships
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May 4, 2022, 6:30-7 p.m. : Signs of Suicide (SOS) Parent Training
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April 6 & 20, 2022, 7 - 8 p.m. ; OhioHealth Prevention Programming for Parents Webinar Series: Your Child and Healthy Relationships
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Seminar Series Playlist (The edited videos from future sessions will also be available at this link approximately one week after the live webinar).
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April 23, 2022, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ; ONE Community Mini Conference and Student Keynote at Liberty High School
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- April 27, 2022, 6:30 - 8 p.m. ; Special Education Resource Series: Executive Function
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March 16, 2022, 6:30 - 8 p.m. ; Special Education Resource Series: Sensory Processing - The Home and School Connection
- March 9, 2022, 7 - 8 p.m. ; OhioHealth Prevention Programming for Parents Webinar Series: Your Child and Healthy Relationships
- February 28, 2022, 6 - 7:30 p.m. : ONE Community Conference Virtual Author Panel
- February 16, 2022, 6:30-7 p.m. : Signs of Suicide (SOS) Parent Training
- February 10, 2022, 6:30 - 8 p.m. ; Special Education Resource Series: A Roadmap to Public Schools Serving Students with Dyslexia
2021
- December 7, 2021; 6:30-7pm: Signs of Suicide (SOS) Parent Training
- November 10, 2021, 7 - 8:30 p.m. : Parent Programs Team presents Anxiety in Youth: What You Need to Know and How You Can Help
- October 2021 : Schoology Series
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Schoology is a learning management system and the central hub for classroom learning. Schoology contains course content, learning programs, access to lessons, and class assessments that can be done in the classroom and at home. In this Parent Academy Series, parents will find three short videos that give information on how to create a parent account, set up notifications, and understand what can be seen from the parent side, as well as a parent support guide. You can also find other helpful Schoology information here.
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- October 20, 2021, 6:30 p.m. : Parent Information Series: Self-Determination & Self-Advocacy: How to Get Your Child Involved in Their IEP or Section 504 Plan
- October 14, 2021, 11:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. : Special Needs Parent Virtual Coffee Chat
- September 22, 2021, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. : Parent Information Series: Assistive Technology
- September 22, 2021, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. : Parent Programs Team presents Parenting to Promote Mental Well-Being with Dr. Huston from Nationwide Children's
- September 14, 2021: Digital Resources
- Parenting a Teen Virtual Lunch and Learn with OSUWMC Mental Health Specialists:
- Wednesday, July 14th 12 - 1 p.m. : Building Resilience
- Wednesday, July 28th 12 - 1 p.m. : Back to School Success
- Parenting a Teen Virtual Lunch and Learn with OSUWMC Mental Health Specialists:
- Wednesday, June 16th 12 -1 p.m. : Managing Stress and Self Care
- Wednesday, June 30th 12 - 1 p.m. : Setting Boundaries
- Parenting Young Children Summer Series with Syntero:
- Wednesday, June 16th 12:30 - 2 p.m. : Developing Good Bedtime Routines
- Wednesday, June 23rd 12:30 - 2 p.m. : Managing Fighting and Aggression
- Wednesday, June 30th 12:30 - 2 p.m. : Dealing with Disobedience
- Tuesday, June 8th: CDL Parent Virtual Lunch and Learn with OSU Mental Health Clinicians
- Monday, June 7th: The Pressure to Perform featuring Coach Ryan Day
- May 8, 2021, 9 -10:30 a.m. : ONE Community Conference Keynote Presentation featuring Gholdy Muhammad
- May 5, 2021, 6:30 7 p.m. : Portrait of a Learner Parent Series: Curious
- April 14, 2021, 6:30 - 7 p.m. : Portrait of a Learner Parent Series: Resilient
- April 21, 2021, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. : ONE Community Conference Virtual Student Keynote
- April 6, 2021: Supporting Your Grieving Teen
- March 27, 2021: District Service Plunge
- March 24, 2021, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Parent Programs Team: Youth and Substance Abuse Panel
- March 22, 2021, 7 - 8 p.m. School Advocacy Committee
- March 18, 2021, 6:30 - 7 p.m. : Portrait of a Learner Parent Series: Kindness
- March 16, 2021, Parent Information Series: Proactive Strategies for De-escalation
- March 15: Back Together Transition: Supporting Students' Return Video
- February 23, 2021: Mental Health in Olentangy Schools
- February 22, 2021: African-American Read-In and Book Talk
- February 17, 2021: Portrait Of A Learner Parent Series: Finding Your Purpose
- January 30, 2021: ONE Community Conference Virtual Keynote Featuring Elena Aguilar
- January 28, 2021: Parent Information Series: Executive Function
- January 13, 2021: PPT Forum: Kids, Tweens And Teens: Social Media And Technology